Glyceryl monostearate is a basic, multifunctional, and highly safe nonionic emulsifier. It is widely used in the food industry (especially in baking, ice cream, dairy products, and confectionery), primarily playing key roles in emulsification, stabilization, texture improvement, aging retardation, volume increase, and lubrication. It is also an indispensable raw material in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and plastics industries. Our company offers GMS-40 and GMS-95 specifications.

 

Glyceryl monostearate

Basic Introduction

Chemical name: Glyceryl monostearate

INCIName: Glyceryl Monostearate

CAS Registry Number: 123-94-4

EINECS login ID: 204-664-4

Molecular _formula : _{C₂₁H₄₂O₄}​_​

Molecular weight: 358.56

HS Code: 1702300000

Synonyms: Glyceryl monostearate, glyceryl monostearate, glyceryl distearate, Capmul GMS-50; Cutina GMS; 2,3-dihydroxypropyloctadecanoate; Geleol; glycerinemonostearate; glycerinmonostearate; glycerolmonostearate; glycerolimonostearas; glycerolstearate; glycerylstearate; GMS;

 

Application areas

• food additives

Emulsifiers: Monoglycerides can be used as emulsifiers in food to help mix oil-water separated components, improving taste and texture.

Stabilizers: Used as stabilizers in food to extend the shelf life of products.

Sweetener substitute for skim milk powder: Can be used as an alternative to skim milk powder to improve the taste and texture of the product.

• Chemical industry

Surfactants: Used as surfactants, they are widely used in the manufacture of chemical products such as lubricants, dyes, and paints.

Lubricant: Used in some industrial lubricants to improve friction performance.

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing

Pharmaceutical excipients: In the pharmaceutical manufacturing process, they can be used as excipients to help prepare granules, capsules, etc.

Drug delivery systems: Applications in some drug delivery systems, such as carriers for controlled-release drugs.

• Daily chemical industry

Skin care and cosmetics: Glyceryl monostearate can be used as an emulsifier, stabilizer and softener, and is widely used in skin care, cosmetics and personal care products.

 

Packaging

kraft paper bag

 

Stability and storage conditions

It is recommended to store at room temperature and avoid direct sunlight. Ensure the container is tightly sealed to prevent air and moisture from entering.

 

Product Compliance

Indicator range : GB1886.65-2015

Color : Milky white, pale yellow, or yellow to light brown viscous liquid, paste, solid, or powder.

Total monoglycerides : in line with claims

Moisture, % : ≤2.0

Free glycerol, % : ≤7.0

Acid value (calculated as KOH), mg/g : ≤6.0

Soap content (calculated as sodium oleate), % : ≤6.0

Lead, mg/kg : ≤2.0

Indicator range : JP

( as KOH), mg/g : ≤ 15.0

Iodine value : ≤ 3.0

Saponification value: 157-170

Melting point, °C: ≥55

Residue on ignition, % : ≤0.1

Indicator range : USP

Free glycerol, % : ≤ 1.2

Acid value (calculated as KOH), mg/g : ≤6.0

Iodine value : ≤3.0

Hydroxyl value : 290–330

Saponification value : 150-165

Melting point, °C : ≥55

Residue on ignition, % ; ≤0.5

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